The Letters of John Cheever
The Letters of John Cheever by John Cheever, published by Vintage in 2009, presents a collection of the author’s correspondence that provides insight into his life as a writer. This edition, comprising 397 pages, captures Cheever’s interactions with notable contemporaries such as Philip Roth, John Updike, and Saul Bellow, while also reflecting on his experiences as a young writer and his struggles with personal issues.
Readers will find that this collection reveals the depth of Cheever’s private life, showcasing letters that are as remarkable as his literary works. Edited by his son Benjamin Cheever, the letters explore themes of biography and literary criticism, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of Cheever’s character and his contributions to American literature. This edition serves as a significant resource for those interested in literary figures and the art of correspondence.
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WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY JAY MCINERNEY
John Cheever’s letters offer a tantalising glimpse into the life of a writer. They include correspondence with his contemporaries, such as Philip Roth, John Updike and Saul Bellow, his days as a young, aspiring writer and his battles with bisexuality and alcoholism. In this collection, edited by his son Benjamin Cheever, we see how his private correspondence was as extraordinary as his published works.
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